Software Development Manager – Prime Video Linear Discovery
Lead engineering teams building Linear Discovery features for Prime Video. Drive technical strategy, team growth, and delivery of large-scale streaming solutions from Bengaluru.
About the role
The employer is seeking an experienced Software Development Manager to lead engineering efforts within the Prime Video Linear Discovery organisation. This role is based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India and sits at the intersection of large-scale distributed systems and consumer-facing streaming technology.
In this position, the manager will be responsible for guiding one or more software development teams, setting technical direction, and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality features that shape how customers discover linear content on Prime Video. The role demands a strong blend of people leadership, architectural thinking, and hands-on technical depth.
Key responsibilities include:
- Recruiting, mentoring, and developing a high-performing engineering team
- Defining and executing the technical roadmap for Linear Discovery features
- Collaborating cross-functionally with product, design, and science teams to align on priorities
- Driving engineering best practices, operational excellence, and continuous improvement
- Managing delivery across multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment
The ideal candidate brings proven experience managing software engineering teams, a track record of delivering complex distributed systems at scale, and the ability to balance strategic thinking with day-to-day execution. Experience in media, streaming, or consumer technology is an advantage.